Today we learn that Paul Newman — the man with the sexiest, most unnerving blue eyes in the world — not to mention one of the handsomest sidekicks on horseback, is dead.

Newman apparently died Friday at this Connecticut home surrounded by family and friends. He had reportedly battled cancer for some time.

I think I may have to hit NetFlix today and order up a copy of “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” “The Sting” too. Maybe even “The Verdict.”

A PBB tip of the wing to Paul — one of the kindest, most generous, irreverent, intelligent, down-to-earth, and talented humans to have ever graced us with his presence.